Machu Picchu. Imbued in a magical silence,120km (74mi) away from Cusco, on the slopes above the Urubamba River, lies one of the world`s most extraordinary archaeological sites: Machu Picchu (2400m / 7872ft). Is probably the most familiar symbol of the Inca Empire. It is thought that the city was built by the Sapaq Inca Pachacutec, starting about the year 1440,and was inhabited until the Spanish conquest of Perù in 1532. Archaeological evidence (along with recent work on early colonial documents) shows that Machu Picchu was not a conventional city, but a country retreating town for the Inca nobility. The site has a large palace and temples dedicated to Inca deities around a courtyard, with other buildings for the supporting staff. It is estimated that a maximum of only 750 people dwelt in Machu Picchu at one time, and probably only a small fraction of that number lived in the town during the rainy season and when none of the nobility were visiting. Machu Picchu, its name comes from the ancient Quechua word that means “old mountain”. This site was built entirely of stone, using every space in harmony with functionalism. Machu Picchu has been known as the “lost city of the incas”. The most common way is to take the train to Machu Picchu in the morning, explore the ruins and in the afternoon, returning to Cusco. And other better option is to stay overnight in Aguas Calientes in order to get very early at the complex. Machu Picchu is a trip very deep towards the serenity of the soul, to the eternal fusion with the cosmos. There we are able to feel our own fragility. It is one of the greatest marvels of South America. A resting place of butterflies at the epicenter of the great circle of life. “One more miracle”, as the poet Pablo Neruda wrote.

Machu Picchu. Imbued in a magical silence,120km (74mi) away from Cusco, on the slopes above the Urubamba River, lies one of the world`s most extraordinary archaeological sites: Machu Picchu (2400m / 7872ft). Is probably the most familiar symbol of the Inca Empire. It is thought that the city was built by the Sapaq Inca Pachacutec, starting about the year 1440,and was inhabited until the Spanish conquest of Perù in 1532. Archaeological evidence (along with recent work on early colonial documents) shows that Machu Picchu was not a conventional city, but a country retreating town for the Inca nobility. The site has a large palace and temples dedicated to Inca deities around a courtyard, with other buildings for the supporting staff. It is estimated that a maximum of only 750 people dwelt in Machu Picchu at one time, and probably only a small fraction of that number lived in the town during the rainy season and when none of the nobility were visiting. Machu Picchu, its name comes from the ancient Quechua word that means “old mountain”. This site was built entirely of stone, using every space in harmony with functionalism. Machu Picchu has been known as the “lost city of the incas”. The most common way is to take the train to Machu Picchu in the morning, explore the ruins and in the afternoon, returning to Cusco. And other better option is to stay overnight in Aguas Calientes in order to get very early at the complex. Machu Picchu is a trip very deep towards the serenity of the soul, to the eternal fusion with the cosmos. There we are able to feel our own fragility. It is one of the greatest marvels of South America. A resting place of butterflies at the epicenter of the great circle of life. “One more miracle”, as the poet Pablo Neruda wrote.

INCA JUNGLE TO MACHU PICCHU 4 days / 3 nights ITINIRARY:

First Day on Inca Jungle to Machu Picchu: CUSCO – SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS – ABRA MALAGA – SANTA MARIA We will leave Cusco at 7am in our private 4 x 4 vehicle, riding through the sacred valley of the Incas, passing by pecular towns like Chincheros, Urubamba and Ollantaytambo until getting at the Abra Malaga (4350m). From there we`ll begin our bicycle tour to Santa Maria (downhill and cross country). On this stage we`ll see archeological sites like Huamanmarca, the Inca jail, all of this surrounded by an incredible landscape. We will be able to appreciate birds of the tropics, as well as medicinal plants in the cloud forest. This trip also takes us through many exotic fruit plantations such as mango, pineapple, papaya, avocado, coffee and coca. We can take samples and enjoy the different flavours of the region. We can also observe the coca and coffee plantations appreciating local families in their daily routine. We will have the dinner in the Santa Maria town near to the river. Stay in tents or in a basic familiar accommodation (B-L-D).

Second Day on Inca Jungle to Machu Picchu: SANTA MARIA – SANTA TERESA At 6am breakfast and then trekking along the banks of the Vilcanota River during about 2 kms. From San Pablo we`ll go upwards to the Inca jail where we`ll admire some waterfalls and archeological sites of the Inca times. Plenty of time to relax in the thermal baths. Observation of the wildlife of this region. Lunch in the Inca jail. After 6 hours of trekking we`ll camp near the Santa Teresa town (B-L-D).

Third Day on Inca Jungle to Machu Picchu: SANTA TERESA – MANDOR WATERFALL – PUTUCUSI – AGUAS CLIENTES Trekking into the jungle canyon to the Mandor waterfall. The hike is flat for 5 hours, a stretch in which we`ll see the mountains of San Miguel, will visit the Putucusi viewpoint, located at the top of this mountain, nice award of Machu Picchu on the other side of the Urubamba River. Lunch time next to the river and getting along the hiking to the town of Aguas Calientes. Today offers us one of the best opportunities for bird watching along this day. The most common bird in this area is the cock of the rocks (Peruvian national bird). Stay at the selected hotel in Aguas Calientes. Optional visit to the hot sprigs next to this town (B-L-D).

Fourth Day on Inca Jungle to Machu Picchu: MACHU PICHU – CUSCO A very early breakfast at the hotel and trekking upwards to Machu Picchu before the sunrise come up in order to be the first visitors in the citadel. Complete guide tour to the Inca remains. Free time to explore independently this Inca sacred city. If there is time enough we`ll climb to the Wayna Picchu. This climbing takes one and half an hour. At 2pm is time to descend by van to Aguas Calientes. Returning train to Cusco. Staying at the selected hotel in Cusco (B-S).

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The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance

What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.

Pre-departure briefing: You will meet your guide and group in our office, for an orientation trek and provide you the duffle bags which will be carried by our horses. meeting at 6:00 PM the evening before the trip begins.

Transport: Collection from your hotel in the morning and transfer in private transportation to Santa Maria

Experienced Guide: English speaking professional and official tour guide.

Entrance fee to Machu Picchu.

Accommodation: 3 nights in HOSTAL

Meals: 3 Breakfasts,3 Lunches, 3 dinners and Snacks (Vegetarian, vegan or special menus are available at no extra cost)

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FIRST DAY on Inca Jungle to Machu Picchu: ABRA MALAGA-SANTA MARIA (OPTIONAL RAFTING).

We will start the tour with a transfer from your hotel at 5:30 am to 6:00 am. Then we start our trip with a journey of 3 hrs approx. Going through places with beautiful and charming landscapes along the Sacred Valley being our first stop in the living Inca town of Ollantaytambo where we will have a space for breakfast (this food is not included and is optional). Then we will continue the trip to the Cordillera del Vilcanota arriving in that way to our highest point ”ABRA MALAGA” with 4316 meters is the chosen place for the beginning of the descent by bike of approx. 3 hrs passing that way by different ecosystems that characterise the Andes and the jungle. This activity concludes in the town of HUAMANMARKA, where we will taste a buffet lunch. The trip continues until Santa Maria where there is the possibility that the participants can opt for the alternative of rafting of 2hrs in the river Urubamba already for the 1200 meters. Overnight in Santa Maria in a basic hostel.

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The second day will start at 7:00 am with a typical breakfast in Santa Teresa and then practice the zip line. (This activity is additional and optional) This day is characterised by its pleasant climate that is tropical. After the adventure activity, our transportation will take us from Santa Teresa to the hydroelectric power plant, and people who do not do the Zip Line will walk for the valley and river of the Vilcanota for about 3 hours until the hydroelectric power station whose function is also the Of being a checkpoint. In this place, we will have our lunch with the whole group. Very close to this place there is a sacred ceremonial site Inca or Intihuatana waiting for us, we will finally conclude the last section of walk that are approximately 10 km in the town of Aguas Calientes where we will go immediately to our lodging to rest and spend the night in comfortable Beds. In the evening we will share the farewell dinner with the guide at the moment in which to inform them about the plans of the following day.

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THIRD DAY on Inca Jungle to Machu Picchu: AGUAS CALIENTES-MACHUPICCHU- CUSCO.

The most important day of our trip is to get to know one of the 7 wonders of the Machupicchu world, and we have two ways to get there: The first option: is through the Inca Trail, this hike lasts 1 hour with 30 minutes of pure ascent. The second option: is by tourist bus, this short journey takes 30 minutes. People wishing to climb the Inca Trail should leave the hostel very early at 4:30 am to reach the Inca citadel of Machupicchu very early and appreciate the sunrise. And people wishing to climb by car will have to take the first bus at 5:30 am to arrive early to Machupicchu and be able to appreciate the sunrise which is a unique show, then we can visit the Inca citadel of Machupicchu for about 2 hours Accompanied by a specialist guide who will explain to us the historical legacy of the citadel of Machu Picchu and the complete description of this grandiose and imposing attraction.

After the excursion you will have free time to travel more places on your own, and if you have the ticket you can ascend the mountain of Huaynapicchu or the Mountain of Machupicchu, at the appropriate time you must descend from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes by bus or be walking so that you can Lunch with tranquility and board the return train from 6:20 pm or 9:50pm to Ollantaytambo where we are waiting for our tourist transport to the city of Cusco, arriving at approximately 10:30 pm or 2:00 am (next day) at the Regocijo Square.

For this trip, we recommend a backpack that can hold between 25-60 kilograms (55-132 lbs) with clothes that are only necessary for the 4 days of the trip. The rest of your luggage will be left in a storeroom at your hotel/hostel in Cusco . It is extremely important to only bring what is necessary for the 4 days that you will be trekking because on the second or third day, you will have to carry your backpack.

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The tour package includes 3 nights of accommodation.

On the first night, we will provide rooms with a maximum capacity of 4 people. Private bathrooms and a cold shower are included.

On the second night, we will provide rooms with a maximum capacity of 4 people. Private bathrooms and a hot shower are included.

On the third night, double or triple rooms will be provided. Private bathrooms, hot shower and Wi-Fi are included.

Please note: If you would like to require a private room for the first or second night, you can visit our office before starting the tour.

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On the tour, there is a total of 3 hours of downhill biking. 95% of the road is downhill and paved. Therefore, the cycling part of the tour is not difficult. Only basic to intermediate experience is required.

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To climb of the Huayna Picchu Mountains, you must buy a ticket in advance. Huaynapicchu has an additional cost of $ 20 USD per person to the admission ticket to Machu Picchu, and it is recommended to book the tickets at least 3-4 months in advance.

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During the first two hours (the cycling route) it will be quite cold because we will be at a high altitude. After those two hours, and for the rest of the tour, the weather will be warm and humid (during the night as well). The temperature in the morning varies between 18-25 degrees Celsius (64 – 77 degrees Fahrenheit). During the months of June, July and August, the temperature can reach 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit). At night, the minimum temperature is 10 degrees Celsius (50 degrees Fahrenheit) with a maximum temperature of 18 degrees Celsius (64 degrees Fahrenheit). Therefore, we recommend that you bring light clothes.

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You can make a deposit on our website in order to confirm your reservation. It is very important to confirm available spaces before making the deposit. The leftover balance should be paid in cash (dollars or soles) in our office in Cusco.

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There are two options for your return trip to Cusco. The most popular and safe option is the train. The second, and more affordable option, is by car.

By train: There are two options if you chose to travel by train. The first is from Machupicchu town to Cuscu (about 4 hours of travel) and the second option is from Machupicchu Town to Ollantaytambo (about 2 hours of travel). From the station in Ollantaytambo, it is very easy and affordable ($5 USD) to find a car that will take you straight to Cusco (in total, about 3 ½ hours of travel)

By car: If you wish to return by car, you must first walk for 3 hours from Machupicchu Town to the hydroelectric power plant. At the power plant, there are cars waiting to take passengers to Cusco. The price to get to Cusco is about $20-25 USD and the trip takes around 7 hours. The disadvantage of returning to Cusco in a car is that you will have to leave the archaeological ruins of Machupicchu no later than 10am.

Please note: this option is only available from April to December. From December to March, this option is not recommended due to levels of high risk.